The Commission on Elections-Davao (COMELEC-11) has recommended placing Barangay Mesaoy in New Corella, Davao del Norte under the yellow category of election areas of concern, following an encounter involving several individuals.

According to a report by GMA Super Radyo Davao, COMELEC-11 assistant director, Atty. Gay Enumerables, said that classifying an area under the yellow category indicates that an election-related incident has occurred.

Police Regional Office-Davao (PRO-11) confirmed that two individuals were injured and two others were arrested following a shooting incident dawn on Monday, May 12, 2025.

PRO-11 spokesperson, Major Catherine Dela Rey, said the arrested individuals are now in police custody.

Based on investigation, two groups were involved in the incident, possibly due to a previous conflict.

Police earlier said the incident may be election-related as one of the victims was identified as a relative of a candidate in the town.

Police and military personnel are expected to intensify security and visibility in the area.

(With reports from Jaycel Villacorte, GMA Super Radyo Davao)